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August 2018 Promotions

Terminal-September 2018

A flight from New York to Madrid turns into an international incident after one of the first-class passengers is found dead while the plane is somewhere over the Atlantic Ocean. The man seems to be in perfect health, and there are no obvious signs to point to cause of death. The contents found in the man’s possession, however, suggest that there is more to him than meets the eye. Only a limited number of passengers and flight crew had access to him. Did he simply die of natural causes? Or was his death the result of some sinister plot? Unravel the story of the mysterious first-class passenger and discover what really happened on that flight to Madrid.

Ransom-August 2018

Sasha Millington, daughter of real estate magnate, Warren Bankhead, was kidnapped during a gala celebrating the opening of the Sioux exhibit at the Valley Falls Museum. A ransom note has been received asking for ten million dollars in exchange for her return. Time is running out. Discover the kidnapper’s true identity and motive for abducting her before it is too late.

Sleight of Hand-July 2018

Sleight of Hand

When The Amazing Silverstone died, his Last Will and Testament was a source of much controversy due to a personalized note he left with his lawyer. It read:

“To my dearest son, Peter. If you are reading this particular draft then it means my unknown nemesis murdered me. They will have gone to great lengths to cover their tracks, but I know the truth. In time, hopefully, you will too. There have been lots of unusual happenings at Silverstone Manor over the past few weeks. Some of them I could have chalked up to simple coincidence, but the sheer number of strange occurrences has cast a sinister cloud overhead that has been too overwhelming to ignore. Your reading of this will proves that I wasn’t paranoid or crazy. I was right all along about the threat on my life. That brings me to your involvement in this cryptic business. In addition to my estate and the considerable wealth that goes with it, I am leaving you the contents of my safe which, I believe, contains the identity of the one who took my life. Over the course of my life I have made many enemies, both personally and professionally, and I believe one of these is to blame for my untimely demise. Determine the identity of my killer and bring them to justice. I have the utmost confidence in you, my son.”

Although he had acquired considerable sleight of hand skills from years of apprenticing under his father, Peter Silverstone had no idea where to start with the investigation of his father’s murder. As a result, he has brought the contents of his father’s safe to you at the Will Street Detective Agency and hired you to help solve the mystery surrounding the death of The Amazing Silverstone.

The Wrath of Nero

Summary

It’s been over a year since the psychopath known as Nero last threatened the citizens of Thornmire County. A villain with his own moral code and twisted sense of justice, Nero doled out punishment on those he deemed guilty, mimicking his namesake, the Roman Emperor Nero, who was known for his cruel and unusual methods of torturing those who crossed him. No one had seen or heard from him until earlier today when you received a curious box from Nero, threatening the city of Hampstead with the release of a highly communicable airborne toxin that will likely kill thousands of innocent people if not contained. Nero, however, enjoys the thrill of the chase and the challenge of a worthy opponent. He has provided a series of puzzles that will allow you to pinpoint the location of the toxin as well as the means to disable the bomb that will disseminate the chemical compound into the atmosphere. He has allowed you and the other members of the Will Street Detective Agency 72 hours before the population of Hampstead is wiped off of the map. Oh, and one more thing. Nero has given specific instructions not to contact the police, the CDC, Homeland Security, or any formal law enforcement agency, threatening to detonate the bomb early if his instructions aren’t followed. This means your wits and detective skills are the only thing that stands between the town of Hampstead and a bloody, brutal demise. Discover the secret behind Nero’s wrath and do whatever it takes to save the citizens of Hampstead.

The Haunting of Indigo House

Subscriptions will be taken April 1-30. This box will ship on or before May 4.

The ominous shadow of Bleak Lily has clouded the public’s opinions of Indigo House for the past hundred years, turning it into a paranormal hotspot frequented by all manner of supernatural enthusiasts. A local ghost story rooted in bits of truth, the tale of Bleak Lily is actually the tragic story of Lily Abernethy, one of the estate’s original owners who took to haunting the house after a suspicious and untimely demise. In the years after Lily’s passing, numerous people have died on the grounds of Indigo House, and although there is never anything to prove that the ghost of Lily Abernethy is to blame, people still whisper that the bloodshed is her handiwork. The Van Burens bought Indigo House from the Abernethy family around the turn of the 20th century and have done their best to shake off the curse of Bleak Lily. However, the rumors started up again when the matriarch of the family, Hilda Van Buren, was found dead in her bed. Was Mrs. Van Buren’s death from natural causes? Did Bleak Lily claim another casualty? Or is there something else sinister at work?

Asylum

Asylum

Released in April 2018

For nearly a century, Saturn Hills Asylum has housed the mentally disturbed of Valley Falls. Under the leadership of Dr. Norman Blackthorn, Saturn Hills has become known as both a pioneer in experimental psychiatric techniques as well as a facility equipped to house the most dangerous, demented criminals. Despite the nature of the sadistic souls held within its walls, Saturn Hills has functioned largely without incident until Wolfgang Koch was discovered in his room, hanging from the overhead light by a makeshift noose. The way Koch died seems particularly strange given his history and the reason he was incarcerated at Saturn Hills in the first place. Koch, one of Saturn Hills’ most notorious inmates, was also known as The Judas Killer because he hanged each and every one of his victims and left a handful of silver coins in the pockets of the deceased as he staged the suicide of Judas Iscariot over and over again. Silver coins, incidentally, were also found at the crime scene. Who had it out for The Judas Killer and what was their motive for killing him? What kinds of secrets are hidden behind the padded walls of Saturn Hills? Can you discover what was really going on at Saturn Hills Asylum and determine who killed Wolfgang Koch?

Murder in 3b

What really happened at The Hideaway Motel?

Released in March 2018

The Hideaway Motel is an infamous haunt that most of the citizens of Valley Falls know to steer clear of. Megan Thompson either didn’t know of the motel’s seedy reputation or stayed there precisely because of it. That decision turned out to be a fatal one. She was found murdered in her room by the housekeeper, stabbed multiple times by an unknown assailant. The reason for her stay in Valley Falls is unknown. However, authorities believe one of the guests at The Hideaway is her killer. As an investigator with the Will Street Detective Agency you have been asked to consult on the case...and to bring the murderer to justice. Comb through the investigation notes, read the suspect statements, examine the evidence, and close the case. Find out what really happened at The Hideaway Motel and solve the “Murder in 3B.”

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What is The Deadbolt Mystery Society?

The Deadbolt Mystery Society is a monthly subscription box service for lovers of mystery and suspense. With your subscription, a new mystery box filled with puzzles, evidence, and interviews will be delivered to your door.

What will my box contain?

Our monthly subscription boxes will include a variety of items needed to solve the murder mystery. No two months will be alike. Imagine that you are a consulting detective tasked with solving a particular case. The subscription box will contain all pertinent items needed to ensure your success.

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By signing up, you agree to pay $24.99 monthly in addition to $4.99 shipping. Each month we will ship you a new mystery. There is no commitment. You are free to cancel at any time.